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http://www.spiegel.de/static/sys/logo_120x61.gifReeling In the Trawlers: EU Takes On Overfishinghttp://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/eu-mandates-more-sustainable-fishing-practices-while-stocks-rise-a-938724.html#ref=rss
Fish stocks have made surprising comebacks in the North and Baltic seas. But much remains to be done. Beginning in January, new EU laws will impose more sustainable practices with stricter quotas and by-catch rules.Fri, 13 Dec 2013 12:06:00 +0100http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/eu-mandates-more-sustainable-fishing-practices-while-stocks-rise-a-938724.htmlFish stocks have made surprising comebacks in the North and Baltic seas. But much remains to be done. Beginning in January, new EU laws will impose more sustainable practices with stricter quotas and by-catch rules.]]>Illegal Fishing Crackdown: Trans-Atlantic Pact Targets 'Other Piracy'http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/illegal-fishing-crackdown-trans-atlantic-pact-targets-other-piracy-a-785189.html#ref=rss
Europe and the United States agreed this week to fight illegal fishing together, but the terms were vague. Still, environmentalists have welcomed their intentions, saying they hope tougher regulations will eventually be created to curb large-scale poaching on the high seas.Fri, 09 Sep 2011 15:51:00 +0200http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/illegal-fishing-crackdown-trans-atlantic-pact-targets-other-piracy-a-785189.htmlEurope and the United States agreed this week to fight illegal fishing together, but the terms were vague. Still, environmentalists have welcomed their intentions, saying they hope tougher regulations will eventually be created to curb large-scale poaching on the high seas.]]>'At the Edge of Collapse': EU Fisheries Reforms Aim for Sustainabilityhttp://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/at-the-edge-of-collapse-eu-fisheries-reforms-aim-for-sustainability-a-773876.html#ref=rss
On Wednesday, the European Commission is set to propose reforms to its Common Fisheries Policy, which critics say has led to the systematic devastation of fish stocks in the region. In an interview, expert Rainer Froese says the situation, among the world's worst, will now finally begin to improve.Tue, 12 Jul 2011 17:54:16 +0200http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/at-the-edge-of-collapse-eu-fisheries-reforms-aim-for-sustainability-a-773876.htmlOn Wednesday, the European Commission is set to propose reforms to its Common Fisheries Policy, which critics say has led to the systematic devastation of fish stocks in the region. In an interview, expert Rainer Froese says the situation, among the world's worst, will now finally begin to improve.]]>Overfished, Underprotected: Dozens of Fish Species Threatened in the Mediterraneanhttp://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/overfished-underprotected-dozens-of-fish-species-threatened-in-the-mediterranean-a-757968.html#ref=rss
Many species of fish could disappear from the waters of the Mediterranean in the near future, says a new study. Several types of sharks and rays are threatened, as are many commercial fish. Protection has long been too lax.Tue, 19 Apr 2011 12:29:28 +0200http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/overfished-underprotected-dozens-of-fish-species-threatened-in-the-mediterranean-a-757968.htmlMany species of fish could disappear from the waters of the Mediterranean in the near future, says a new study. Several types of sharks and rays are threatened, as are many commercial fish. Protection has long been too lax.]]>The Hook That Hurts: Scientists Tip the Scales Against Anglershttp://www.spiegel.de/international/zeitgeist/the-hook-that-hurts-scientists-tip-the-scales-against-anglers-a-749956.html#ref=rss
Bad news for angling enthusiasts: Fish might be much more than the mere reflex machines previously thought. New research shows that they are apparently conscious of and can suffer from pain, and scientists are calling for them to be treated the same as mammals and birds.Fri, 11 Mar 2011 18:07:00 +0100http://www.spiegel.de/international/zeitgeist/the-hook-that-hurts-scientists-tip-the-scales-against-anglers-a-749956.htmlBad news for angling enthusiasts: Fish might be much more than the mere reflex machines previously thought. New research shows that they are apparently conscious of and can suffer from pain, and scientists are calling for them to be treated the same as mammals and birds.]]>Dangerous Waters: Oceans Threatened by Rising Acidity and Overfishinghttp://www.spiegel.de/international/world/dangerous-waters-oceans-threatened-by-rising-acidity-and-overfishing-a-732660.html#ref=rss
Emissions of CO2 don't just have a negative effect on our climate. Oceans, which absorb a quarter of all carbon dioxide released, have become drastically more acidic in recent years. Should the trend continue, it could have dramatic effects on marine life.Fri, 03 Dec 2010 12:41:21 +0100http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/dangerous-waters-oceans-threatened-by-rising-acidity-and-overfishing-a-732660.htmlEmissions of CO2 don't just have a negative effect on our climate. Oceans, which absorb a quarter of all carbon dioxide released, have become drastically more acidic in recent years. Should the trend continue, it could have dramatic effects on marine life.]]>Going, Going, Gone?: Berlin Wants Help for Waning Bluefin Tuna Stockshttp://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/going-going-gone-berlin-wants-help-for-waning-bluefin-tuna-stocks-a-730410.html#ref=rss
The plight of the Atlantic bluefin tuna is at the forefront of a European spat. Germany has spoken out in favor of the European Commission's plans to protect flagging fish stocks. Fishing nations France, Spain and Italy, however, want to maintain current catch levels for the favorite sushi dish.Mon, 22 Nov 2010 17:36:23 +0100http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/going-going-gone-berlin-wants-help-for-waning-bluefin-tuna-stocks-a-730410.htmlThe plight of the Atlantic bluefin tuna is at the forefront of a European spat. Germany has spoken out in favor of the European Commission's plans to protect flagging fish stocks. Fishing nations France, Spain and Italy, however, want to maintain current catch levels for the favorite sushi dish.]]>Bodybuilders of the Sea: The Brave New World of Farmed Codhttp://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/bodybuilders-of-the-sea-the-brave-new-world-of-farmed-cod-a-607266.html#ref=rss
The world's first major cod farms have been established in Norway. They're meant to ease the burden on overfished wild populations -- and gourmet chefs claim farmed cod tastes better.Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:48:53 +0100http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/bodybuilders-of-the-sea-the-brave-new-world-of-farmed-cod-a-607266.htmlThe world's first major cod farms have been established in Norway. They're meant to ease the burden on overfished wild populations -- and gourmet chefs claim farmed cod tastes better.]]>Empty Seas: Europe Takes Africa's Fish, and Migrants Followhttp://www.spiegel.de/international/empty-seas-europe-takes-africa-s-fish-and-migrants-follow-a-528399.html#ref=rss
Industrial fishing from Europe is crippling coastal African economies and creating a surge of illegal migrants.Mon, 14 Jan 2008 10:38:15 +0100http://www.spiegel.de/international/empty-seas-europe-takes-africa-s-fish-and-migrants-follow-a-528399.htmlIndustrial fishing from Europe is crippling coastal African economies and creating a surge of illegal migrants.]]>Jellied Salmon: Scientists Mystified by Jellyfish Attacks on Fish Farmhttp://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/jellied-salmon-scientists-mystified-by-jellyfish-attacks-on-fish-farm-a-519666.html#ref=rss
A mass of poisonous jellyfish devastated stocks of organic farmed salmon off the coast of Northern Ireland -- not once, but twice. Is it a sign of global warming, overfishing or just the natural motion of tides?Mon, 26 Nov 2007 16:32:15 +0100http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/jellied-salmon-scientists-mystified-by-jellyfish-attacks-on-fish-farm-a-519666.htmlA mass of poisonous jellyfish devastated stocks of organic farmed salmon off the coast of Northern Ireland -- not once, but twice. Is it a sign of global warming, overfishing or just the natural motion of tides?]]>